Diprosone (Betamethasone dipropionate) is a prescription medication used to reduce itchiness and redness caused by several skin conditions, including eczema, allergies, dermatitis, and rash. Diprosone is also used to treat skin problems, including eczema and psoriasis of the scalp, hands, and feet. Eczema is a common disease that causes the skin to become red and itchy. Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes itchy, scaly, and pink patches on different body parts including the elbows, knees, and scalp. Diprosone is Betamethasone dipropionate. Betamethasone dipropionate belongs to a class of drugs called topical corticosteroids. It works by reducing inflammation, swelling, and irritation of the skin.
Manufacturer Information
We currently offer the brand Diprosone from Canada manufactured by Schering and the United Kingdom by MSD. The generic Betamethasone dipropionate also called Topisone comes from Canada by Teva.
Get medical help immediately if you have any of these signs or an allergic reaction while using Diprosone. The most common side effects of Diprosone may include the following:
• Inflammation of hair follicles;
• Itching;
• Mild and temporary skin rash;
• Mild and temporary skin redness;
• Swelling
Contact your doctor right away if you have any of the severe side effects, including:
• Increased skin sensitivity;
• Skin thinning;
• Small red bumps on the skin (folliculitis);
• Stretch marks;
• Unwanted hair growth
These are not all of the side effects of Diprosone. Always contact your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
You should not use Diprosone if you are allergic to Betamethasone dipropionate or any ingredient in Diprosone. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you:
• Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed;
• Are pregnant or planning to be pregnant;
• Have cold sores;
• Have rosacea;
• Have tuberculosis of the skin;
• Have viral skin infections like chickenpox or shingles
Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be drug interactions between Diprosone and other medicines, especially other topical medications. Avoid clarithromycin, ketoconazole, cobicistat, mifepristone, or ritonavir with Diprosone. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. It is unknown if Diprosone will harm an unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. It is not known if Betamethasone dipropionate passes into breast milk or if it may affect a nursing infant. Use Diprosone precisely as prescribed by your doctor. Betamethasone dipropionate is a lotion and should be used only on the skin. Do not take it by mouth. Shake the lotion before applying it to the affected area. A few drops of the lotion is usually enough. Gently massage the lotion into the affected area until it disappears. For Diprosone cream or ointment, apply enough to cover the affected area completely with a thin film. Do not cover the affected area with a dressing after applying the medication. Avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, flush with plenty of water and consult your doctor. Do not smoke or go near naked flames after applying Diprosone. There is an increased risk of severe burns. If you experience a recurrence of your condition shortly after stopping treatment, within 2 weeks, do not restart the treatment without talking to your doctor. Store below 250C. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
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